1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
| Model | Seven | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
